Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer - Baptist

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA, seeks a highly skilled diagnostic imaging professional specializing in advanced obstetric ultrasound. Under the supervision of a Maternal–Fetal Medicine physician, you will perform detailed fetal anatomy surveys, Doppler studies, and high‑risk assessments to support complex maternal and fetal care.

The role requires CAHEA‑approved training in diagnostic medical sonography, ARDMS OB/GYN certification within 1 year, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Required CAHEA approved formal training in diagnostic medical sonography.
• ARDMS OB/GYN certification within 1 year and BLS from American Heart Association upon hire.
• Proficient communication, computer use, equipment maintenance and safe, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician orders and uses radiology systems (Epic/Viewpoint) to facilitate care.
• Explains procedures to patients, collects history, educates and addresses questions.
• Performs transabdominal and transvaginal scans for detailed fetal anatomy and Doppler studies.
• Operates imaging equipment independently according to protocol and ensures diagnostic image quality.
• Maintains quality control and adapts interactions for diverse patient populations.
• Supports departmental operations (inventory, scheduling, equipment maintenance).
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Computers & software proficiency

Equipment maintenance

Flexible schedule

Ultrasound imaging proficiency

Education

CAHEA approved diagnostic medical sonography program

Tools

EPIC

Viewpoint

Job description

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This role is a highly skilled diagnostic imaging professional specializing in advanced obstetric ultrasound. Working under the supervision of a Maternal–Fetal Medicine physician (perinatologist), this role performs detailed fetal anatomical surveys, high-risk pregnancy assessments, and specialized Doppler studies to support the diagnosis and management of complex maternal and fetal conditions. This role ensures high-quality imaging services are delivered in accordance with clinical protocols, regulatory standards, and patient care goals.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Education

• Required - Completion of a CAHEA approved formal training program in diagnostic medical sonography.

Work Experience

• Required - None.
• Preferred - 1 year of sonographer experience

Certifications

• Required - ARDMS Certification in OB/GYN within 1 Year
• Required - BLS from the American Heart Association Upon Hire

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Maintain equipment, exam rooms, and work areas to ensure neat and safe conditions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Demonstrate proficient technical skills and knowledge in use of all ultrasound/sonography equipment, protocols, procedures, and producing Quality imaging and accurate reporting.

Job Duties

• Verifies physician order and procedure to ensure accuracy and uses radiology information systems to facilitate care(Epic and Viewpoint).
• Explains procedures to patients to ensure understanding, as well as obtain clinical history, educate, ease anxiety, answer questions to the best of your ability.
• Perform transabdominal and transvaginal scans to obtain detailed fetal anatomic exams, umbilical artery and middle cerebral artery doppler studies, biophysical profiles, early 1st trimester dating exams, 2D imaging studies, and cervical lengths.
• Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protocol
• Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic quality standards.
• Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance with regulatory standards and performing notification/remediation as warranted. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.)
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.